Everything you've ever wanted to know about America's favorite handgun cartridge!Designed nearly a century ago, the .45 ACP cartridge has earned a well-deserved reputation as a superbly accurate, slap-em-down handgun cartridge. An honored veteran of two World Wars, Korea, Vietnam and lesser conflicts across the globe, the .45 ACP is now more popular... more...

The Master of the AR-15 Has Done It Again!The AR-15 has become America's favorite rifle-and no one knows it better than Patrick Sweeney. Now, in Volume 3 of his best-selling series on the AR, Sweeney unlocks the mysteries behind the piston AR. From factory-stock rifles to do-it-yourself conversions, if there's anything you want to know about the latest... more...

In Gun Digest Book of The Tactical Rifle , you will learn how to choose, shoot and maintain the tactical rifle, whether it be a semi-auto or a bolt-action rifle. ("Tactical rifle" refers to any precision rifle, especially those used for law enforcement or recreational use, as opposed to the hunting purposes.) Also, you will learn about the wide range... more...

Improve your shotgun with tips from a pro! Gunsmithing: Shotguns gives you the information you need to make repairs, improve the performance and adjust the fit of all major shotgun styles. From replacing a missing bead to repairing a malfunctioning action, you learn everything you need with step-by-step instructions. You'll get specific details... more...

In 1911, the history of firearms changed forever with the adoption of the greatest pistol ever designed, the Automatic Pistol, Caliber .45, M1911--known today simply as the 1911. Now, in one fascinating, illustrated volume, authority Patrick Sweeney celebrates the 100th anniversary of the greatest fighting handgun ever designed, John M. Brownings... more...

Modern Law Enforcement The face of modern law enforcement is changing. The best cop with a maple night stick and Model 10 revolver has been replaced by partners in police cruisers carrying pepper spray, Tasers and polymer-framed pistols. Author Patrick Sweeney shows you the tools modern police agencies are using and how they are employed. From rifles,... more...

ARs are Expensive! Protect Your Investmentwith Gunsmithing: The AR-15 Whether you're a professional gunsmith or just an interested amateur, you'll find everything you need to know about keeping your AR perking in Gunsmithing: The AR-15 . Written by master gunsmith and noted AR-15 expert Patrick Sweeney, Gunsmithing: The AR-15 is your one-stop... more...

Make your rifle shoot better than ever! Gunsmithing: Rifles takes a look at all major rifle types and gives you practical information on how to make repairs, improve performance and modify your rifle to fit your needs. In additional to practical information about keeping every rifle ready to shoot, Gunsmithing: Rifles provides specific projects... more...

Even more about America's favorite rifle! More models! More photos! More accessories! Field-proven and battle-hardened by two generations of warriors, the AR-15 is one of today's hottest law enforcement and anti-terrorism tools. In The Gun Digest Book of the AR-15, Volume II , master gunsmith/firearms instructor Patrick Sweeney offers even more... more...